In 2023, Germany and the UK led in household natural gas consumption in Europe, with Poland showing notable growth. Germany increased by 2.47%, whereas the UK decreased slightly by 0.76%. Italy and Hungary saw modest increases. Poland's consumption grew by 4.85%, while Ukraine faced a significant decline of 12.28%. Greece and Moldova experienced substantial increases, 9.59% and 10.13% respectively. The average annual consumption growth over the past five years was diverse, with nations like Bulgaria and Macedonia showing exceptional year-on-year growth.
Future trends to observe include the impact of energy transitions and policies promoting renewable energy sources, which may further shift household consumption patterns across Europe. Watch for technological advancements and energy efficiency improvements in household appliances, potentially reducing consumption volumes. Moreover, geopolitical issues and natural disasters that affect supply chains and infrastructure could also influence consumption figures.
Top countries in Natural Gas Final Consumption by Households by Country
| # | 10 Countries | Thousand Tonnes Of Oil Equivalent | Last Year | YoY | 5-years CAGR | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 1 Germany | 25,150 | 2023 | +3.04% | +2.47% | View data |
| 2 | 2 United Kingdom | 23,180 | 2023 | -0.65% | -0.76% | View data |
| 3 | 3 Italy | 17,050 | 2023 | +1.1% | +0.66% | View data |
| 4 | 4 France | 10,620 | 2023 | -1.84% | -1.66% | View data |
| 5 | 5 Netherlands | 6,280 | 2023 | -2.05% | -1.71% | View data |
| 6 | 6 Poland | 4,510 | 2023 | +0.73% | +4.85% | View data |
| 7 | 7 Ukraine | 4,400 | 2023 | -13.85% | -12.28% | View data |
| 8 | 8 Spain | 3,700 | 2023 | +1.37% | +0.28% | View data |
| 9 | 9 Hungary | 3,340 | 2023 | +1.71% | +3.87% | View data |
| 10 | 10 Belgium | 3,250 | 2023 | +0.061% | -0.15% | View data |
